2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Triumph TR4. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1891 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Triumph TR4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | F-250 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2138 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 53 L |
